The guilt of telling a lie in a picture book. One fib leads Finn to another and another. Suddenly he feels awful. Is there anything he can do to feel The guilt of telling a lie in a picture book. One fib leads Finn to another and another. Suddenly he feels awful. Is there anything he can do to feel like his old self again? What is the antidote to a lie? An enjoyable story, it would be a good mentor text for teaching about integrity....more
Addictive, readers will be left clamoring for book 3 of this series. In this installment, Adele invites Lola and Grace to travel with her to SardiniaAddictive, readers will be left clamoring for book 3 of this series. In this installment, Adele invites Lola and Grace to travel with her to Sardinia for summer. Will Lola and Grace be able to convince the grown-ups in their lives that they are old enough for this adventure with Adele? What awaits Adele when she arrives in Sardinia? Was traveling there to meet a stranger who likes her art a good idea, what's the real reason he's interested in Adele? ...more
Cute little animal story for those who are looking for chapter books for young voracious readers. Part of a series, this can be read alone. It could aCute little animal story for those who are looking for chapter books for young voracious readers. Part of a series, this can be read alone. It could also work as a read-aloud to introduce the series to children.
10/15/20 If you're looking for a fun class read-aloud, look no further than this cute chapter book for younger readers about Iggy and the trouble he g10/15/20 If you're looking for a fun class read-aloud, look no further than this cute chapter book for younger readers about Iggy and the trouble he gets into at home and at school. With short chapters and illustrations throughout, this 144 page book it is also perfect for Sally Rippin's Billie B. and Hey Jack fans who are looking for what to read next. I know my 3rd graders (from a few years ago) would have loved both listening to and reading this story. 6/19/22 Still 3 stars, this one was more fun the first time. (view spoiler)[Iggy just can't stay out of trouble. (hide spoiler)]
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10/15/20 If you're looking for a fun class read-aloud, look no further than this cute chapter book for younger readers about Iggy and the trouble he gets into at home and at school. With short chapters and illustrations throughout, this 144 page book it is also perfect for Sally Rippin's Billie B. and Hey Jack fans who are looking for what to read next. I know my 3rd graders (from a few years ago) would have loved both listening to and reading this story. 6/19/22 Still 3 stars, this one was more fun the first time. (view spoiler)[Iggy just can't stay out of trouble. (hide spoiler)]...more
For those who are interested in inventors, black history and Lewis Latimer himself, this book works as an introduction. Told through lists of facts anFor those who are interested in inventors, black history and Lewis Latimer himself, this book works as an introduction. Told through lists of facts and visuals instead of as a narrative....more
3.75 stars, another fun read-aloud. If you like ice cream, you'll enjoy this story about Squirrel who believes they are a magician that can make ice c3.75 stars, another fun read-aloud. If you like ice cream, you'll enjoy this story about Squirrel who believes they are a magician that can make ice cream disappear. Readers and listeners of this story will enjoy being in-the-know on what really is happening to the ice cream. ...more
If you liked any of the books in Kelly Yang's Front Desk series, you'll love this new title and series about Lina. Lina joins her family in the UnitedIf you liked any of the books in Kelly Yang's Front Desk series, you'll love this new title and series about Lina. Lina joins her family in the United States, only to find out her parents and younger sister's life isn't what their letters led her and her grandparents to believe. Can her family overcome obstacle after obstacle to achieve their version of the "American Dream"?...more
Cute little story about three animal friends playing hide-and-seek. This would be a fun read-aloud for a child and a caregiver. I know I would have enCute little story about three animal friends playing hide-and-seek. This would be a fun read-aloud for a child and a caregiver. I know I would have enjoyed it reading to my nephews, nieces and grandchildren when they were younger....more
Rhyming bedtime story that features the beautiful artwork of the now deceased Eric Carle.Rhyming bedtime story that features the beautiful artwork of the now deceased Eric Carle....more
Yetis are everywhere in this story, but will Goblin ever spot one? Or will he continue to lament, "Yetis are the worst!" Part of ...Are the Worst! serYetis are everywhere in this story, but will Goblin ever spot one? Or will he continue to lament, "Yetis are the worst!" Part of ...Are the Worst! series, I would read more of the other titles and kids will find them humorous too....more
That Diggory Doo is a naughty dragon. He litters, cuts in line and more in this story. What will the consequences be? (view spoiler)[Drew lectures himThat Diggory Doo is a naughty dragon. He litters, cuts in line and more in this story. What will the consequences be? (view spoiler)[Drew lectures him on choices. I would have liked this better if there had been some specific consequences for Diggory's behaviors throughout the story. (hide spoiler)]...more
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read an advanced copy of this title. Havi, a little rabbit learns something new (view spoiThank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read an advanced copy of this title. Havi, a little rabbit learns something new (view spoiler)[(how to play trumpet) (hide spoiler)] when their friend Avi, a deer moves away. With an ambiguous ending (IMO), this book felt like it was meant to be the start of a series* and would be best reviewed after reading the series in its entirety. *By looking at Amazon, it appears the author is releasing a new Tales from the Woods title about once a month. Since this book's publishing in February 2024, three more titles have been released. ...more
For what I think might be a self-published book, this was cute. A dragon has anxiety about going poo (poop) in public. What can Drew do? If you enjoy For what I think might be a self-published book, this was cute. A dragon has anxiety about going poo (poop) in public. What can Drew do? If you enjoy this, there are lots more books in this series....more
Ruby doesn't give up when she finds it difficult to read in 1st grade. This could work as a mentor text for growth mindset or perseverance.Ruby doesn't give up when she finds it difficult to read in 1st grade. This could work as a mentor text for growth mindset or perseverance....more
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